Austin City Limits Marks 50 Years with Special PBS Broadcast

Austin City Limits (ACL) will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a special two-hour broadcast titled 'Austin City Limits Celebrates 50 Years' on April 4, 2025. The program will feature new performances, artist interviews, and rare archival footage from the show's extensive history, highlighting its impact on music culture. Hosted by actors Jared and Genevieve Padalecki, the broadcast will showcase performances from both legendary icons like Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton, as well as contemporary stars such as Kacey Musgraves and Billie Eilish. The special aims to encapsulate the series' legacy of music discovery and authenticity, with exclusive collaborations and highlights from past performances. Viewers can stream the event on PBS, PBS.org, and the PBS App. ACL debuted in 1975 and has since become the longest-running music series in television history.